ISLAMABAD – Punjab, the most populous province of Pakistan, is expected to experience heatwaves during the ongoing month of April 2024, warned the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Friday.
The authority has asked masses to take precautionary measures in order avoid effects of the uncertain increase in intensity of heat.
Pakistan is one of the top 10 countries most vulnerable to climate change in the world. The South Asian countries has been facing unpredictable rains, floods and heatwaves in recent years, causing death of several citizens.
The PDMA said that temperatures are expected to be higher than the average of the last 30 years, adding that plain areas of the province, especially major cities, are expected to face heatwaves during this month.
The department has also predicted strong winds, dust storms, torrential rain and hail in province in April.
PDMA Punjab Director-General Irfan Ali Kathia has directed the local administration to stay alert with regard to seasonal fluctuations, according to the statement.
“Rescue organizations, district administration should buckle up now,” the statement read. “Citizens should also be made aware of weather changes and precautionary measures.”
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